Mexican Tostadas

Tostadas - with black beans

The tostada may be a simple dish, but it encapsulates Mexican food perfectly. This authentic recipe originated when locals had stale corn tortillas they needed to fry, in order to eat. Top with a base of beans, lettuce, tomato, sour cream and a choice of red or green chilli sauce.

Preparation time

20 minutes

Cooking time

1 hour

Number of serves

4 - 6

Skill level

Low - Medium

Guacamole:

2 avocados, peeled, seeds removed and mashed with the juice of a lemon or lime

pinch salt

chilli

1 pinch paprika

Combine guacamole ingredients in a small stick blender. Blend until smooth. Alternatively mash with a fork.

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